Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

clump-of-hair

Noun
/klʌmp əv hɛr/
Definition
A dense gathering of hair that has become tangled or grouped together.
Examples
  • She found a clump-of-hair on the bathroom floor after her shower.
  • The dog shook itself, sending a clump-of-hair flying across the room.
  • After a long day, a clump-of-hair got stuck in her brush, making it hard to use.
Meaning
The term ‘clump-of-hair’ refers to a small, localized mass of hair, usually resulting from hair being stuck together or forming a knot due to various factors such as product buildup, lack of maintenance, or natural tangling.
Synonyms
  • Hairball
  • Hair knot
  • Hair tangle